10-07-2025
Student pilot from India dies in mid-air crash in Canada
An Indian student pilot, Sreehari Sukesh, was killed in a mid-air collision near Steinbach, Manitoba, the Consulate General of India in Toronto said Wednesday (July 9).
'With profound sorrow, we mourn the tragic passing of Mr. Sreehari Sukesh, a young Indian student pilot,' the Consulate said in a post on X. 'We extend our deepest condolences to his family.'
The Consulate added that it is in contact with Sukesh's family, the pilot training school, and local police to ensure all necessary assistance is being provided.
Tagging the Indian High Commission in Ottawa, the Ministry of External Affairs, and the Chief Minister's Office of Kerala, the Consulate assured continued support to the affected family.